This sample grant proposal was created by Kurzweil Education Systems as a guide for non-profits looking to obtain funding. It is a very thorough document that encloses a Cover Letter and Cover Page in addition to the Grant Proposal itself. One of the most pleasing things about the proposal (besides its thoroughness) is that it is divided up into sections, which I plan to utilize for my project.

(Page 1) The cover letter serves to introduce the organization, the amount requested and what the organization intends to do with the money. It serves as an introduction to engage the reader, as well as giving the basic information so that the reader knows immediately what and who the money would be going to.

(Page 2) The cover page then says the name of the organization, thorough contact information of the requestor, and date submitted. It gives the proposal a professional look and helps to spread out some of the information that would have otherwise been included in the cover letter or grant proposal.

(Pages 3-5) The proposal is then split up into sections:

Project Abstract: Provides a brief description of the organization and the specific project that the money would be going to.

Statement of need: Explains exactly why and what the money is needed for.

Program Description: Provides a more in-depth description of the program that requires money,

Description of Assistive technology: Describes the technology the grant would be helping pay for and why it is necessary for the program.

Goals & Objectives: Explains the “big picture” goals that the project aims to accomplish and why they are important

Timeline: Gives a month-by-month estimate from when the organization is notified of the (hopeful) grant until the project is completed.

Thorough Budget: An exact chart breakdown of what funds will be allocated where.

Evaluation: An explanation of how effectiveness of the project/ accomplishment of goals will be tested

Appendix: Any relevant supporting literature, supporting statements from those a part of the program, etc.

LINK TO DOCUMENT: https://www.kurzweiledu.com/files/proof_resources_grant1.pdf